Donkey Kong Jr Remix Free Play and High Score Save Kits
HighScoreSaves specializes exclusively in Donkey Kong Junior Remix Free Play and High Score Save Kits designed for original arcade hardware. These kits add modern reliability to classic arcade games by enabling free play operation and permanent high score retention—without emulation, gameplay changes, or permanent modification.
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This category serves as the central hub for all supported arcade platforms, including the complete Donkey Kong hardware family, related multigame variants, and compatible derivative systems. Each sub-category below focuses on a specific game or hardware lineage, ensuring correct compatibility with original arcade PCBs.
All kits are engineered to preserve the authentic behavior of original arcade games while eliminating common reliability issues such as score loss, battery failure, and coin-only operation.
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Donkey Kong | Donkey Kong Jr | Donkey Kong 3 | Donkey Kong Rearranged (3DK Multigame) | Donkey Kong Rearranged (3DKJr Multigame) | Donkey Kong D2K | Donkey Kong Remix | Donkey Kong Jr Remix | Crazy Kong | Crazy Kong Remix
Donkey Kong Junior Remix Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit with Trainer
Donkey Kong Junior Remix Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit with Trainer This plug-and-play Donkey Kong Junior Multigame Remix kit adds new versions of Donkey Kong Jr. to your arcade cabinet. It includes high score save, free play, and trainer modes. Compatible with U.S., Japanese, and most bootleg board sets, as well as the NEC D780C processor. Game List Donkey Kong Junior Donkey Kong Junior Remix Main Features Seven new stages + four new bonus stages alongside the originals. Later stages feature additional variations for more challenge. New attack items: Umbrellas, Pies, and Light Bulbs. New Snapjaw variations with different abilities. Special kill screen appears at level 22. Level indicator displays levels above 9 correctly. Classic mode: Play original DK Jr. stages with the Remix engine—bug fixes included (control lag, springboard issues, etc.). Additional Features (Trainer Mode) Start game at level 4. Restart or skip stages at the push of a button. Adjust game speed between 0%–100% in 10% increments. Built-in pace calculator with per-screen point tallies. Displays jump and fruit points earned each stage. Switch between Junior, Remix, and Trainer by holding the Jump button during attract mode. Choose default boot game: Junior, Remix, or Trainer. Score saving options: all scores, 1st only, or none. Free-play option available. Separate DIP switch settings for DK Junior and Remix. Compatible with U.S., Japanese, and most bootleg DK Jr. PCBs. Runs original PCB Donkey Kong Junior ROMs when selected. Just the FAQ's Which PCBs are supported? Works with U.S., Japanese, and most bootleg DK Jr. PCBs, including those with the NEC D780C processor. Does it save high scores? Yes. You can choose to save all scores, only 1st place, or none at all. Is there a Free-Play mode? Yes, the kit supports Free-Play. Coin play is still available. What new content is added? Seven new stages, four bonus stages, new Snapjaws, new attack items, and a level 22 kill screen. What does the Trainer mode do? Trainer mode lets you restart or skip stages, adjust speed, view pace data, and analyze scoring in real time. Can I switch between modes easily? Yes. Hold the Jump button during attract mode to toggle between DK Jr., Remix, and Trainer. Is the original Donkey Kong Junior still playable? Yes. Classic DK Jr. can be played via the Remix engine or directly from your original PCB ROMs. Do I need a socketed CPU? Yes. Ensure the Z80 is socketed. If not, install a 40-pin socket before using the kit.
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Donkey Kong Jr Remix arcade hardware is a variant of the original Donkey Kong Jr design with custom layouts and configurations geared toward remix or tournament gameplay. While it retains core Donkey Kong Jr principles, the free play and high score save kit requirements can differ from standard single-game boards. Always verify your exact PCB revision and connector layout for compatibility before selecting a kit.
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